Rhinoplasty - Bump on Nose After Procedure

I had rhinoplasty about 10 months ago and as the swelling has been going down, I have noticed that I have a bump on the upper part of the right side of my nose. This was NOT there prior to surgery. The last time I was at my Dr. for a follow up visit he said that my nose is healing fine, but maybe he could go back in and file it down?! he has basically acknowledged there is a bump present, but its getting more noticeable. I CANNOT take time off to do this again. What kind of recourse do I have?

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Bump after Rhinoplasty

August 21st, 2010

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It is normal for the bump to be more obvious after swelling resolves. You have received excellent advice. Recovery should be very limited after filing the bump. I encourage you to have the minor revision.

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